Minutes - Council Work Session - 07/21/2020 - Special

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Councilmember Menth asked for details on the sand filter. Mr. Larson provided a brief summary of how the sand filter works. He noted that the building size itself would be fairly significant. He provided additional details on water treatment plant options. Mayor LeTourneau shared comments from Andover staff related to a water treatment plant option that is more expensive on the front end but provides a definite time and cost savings after that. Councilmember Musgrove asked the staff that would be needed to manage a water treatment plant. Mr. Larson stated that he is unsure on the exact demands but commented that the process is fairly automated and would not require a huge staffing demand. He identified a potential location for a water treatment plant near the fire station. Councilmember Musgrove stated that she would prefer function over architecture in terms of design and project cost. Mr. Larson reviewed the estimated costs between the two different treatment plant options including lifecycle costs. He also provided information related to the impact on water rates that a water treatment plant could have, noting that the City has most of the funds set aside already and should be commended for that. Mayor LeTourneau stated that this presentation included great information. Councilmember Musgrove stated that in the future she would like to hear input from public works staff on the different options. City Administrator Ulrich asked if the remaining Councilmembers that were not able to attend tours would be interested in attending a tour. Mr. Larson confirmed that an additional tour could occur at Andover for those interested. 3. ADJOURNMENT The Work Session of the City Council was adjourned at 7:18 p.m. Respectfully submitted, _________________________________ Kurtis G. Ulrich City Administrator ATTEST: City Council Work Session / July 21, 2020 Page 4 of 5